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Topic: Philosophy

predication

IPA: /ˌprɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /prɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A statement or assertion that expresses a belief or opinion, often used in logic and philosophy.

Example: The predication of the theory was based on several key assumptions.

predicatory

IPA: /ˌprɛdɪˈkeɪtəri/

KK: /prɛdɪˈkeɪtəri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of preaching or the characteristics of a preacher.

Example: The predicatory style of the sermon captivated the audience.

predict

IPA: /prɪˈdɪkt/

KK: /prɪˈdɪkt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To say what will happen in the future based on information or experience.

Example: She can predict the weather accurately.

transitive verb

Definition: To say what will happen in the future based on information or experience.

Example: Scientists can predict the weather using advanced technology.

predictability

IPA: /prɪˌdɪk.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

KK: /prɪˌdɪk.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being able to be foreseen or expected based on previous information or patterns.

Example: The predictability of the weather helps us plan our outdoor activities.

predictable

IPA: /prɪˈdɪktəbl/

KK: /prɪˈdɪktəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be expected or foreseen based on previous patterns or behavior.

Example: The weather this week is very predictable; it will be sunny every day.

predictably

IPA: /prɪˈdɪktəbli/

KK: /prɪˈdɪktəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that can be expected or anticipated.

Example: The weather changed predictably, just as the forecast had said.

prediction

IPA: /prɪˈdɪkʃən/

KK: /prɪˈdɪkʃən/

noun

Definition: A statement about what will happen in the future based on information or belief.

Example: The weather forecast gave a prediction of rain for tomorrow.

preeminence

IPA: /priˈɛmɪnəns/

KK: /priˈɛmɪnəns/

noun

Definition: The state of being more important or better than others; having a leading position or influence.

Example: Her preeminence in the field of science is recognized worldwide.

preexist

IPA: /ˌpriːˈɪzɪst/

KK: /priˈɪzɪst/

intransitive verb

Definition: To exist before something else or prior to a certain time.

Example: Many cultures believe that certain ideas can preexist in the minds of people before they are expressed.

transitive verb

Definition: To exist or occur before something else in time.

Example: Dinosaurs preexisted humans.

preexistence

IPA: /ˌpriːɪˈzɪstəns/

KK: /priˈɛzɪstəns/

noun

Definition: The state of having existed before the present time or before something else.

Example: Many philosophical discussions revolve around the concept of preexistence and what it means for the soul.

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